Jaffa Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Jaffa, Tel Aviv

You’re likely already making plans to see the historically relevant sites while you’re staying in Jaffa. While you’re here, you can visit the waterfront and beaches. You also can spend time at the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, The Jaffa, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Tel Aviv is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. White City is a short 7-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Market House - An Atlas Boutique Hotel and Margosa Hotel.

In Jaffa, there are 189 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Jaffa is notable for landmarks like Mayumana House, Ramses II’s Gate Garden and Old Jaffa Antiquities Museum. Cultural venues include Ilana Goor Museum, Nalaga’at Center and Immanuel Church. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Bloomfield Stadium and Jaffa Port.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Jaffa, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Jaffa, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.